A 39-year-old Michigan woman has been charged with impaired driving following a Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) stop at the Sault Ste. Marie port of entry, according to police.
CBSA stop leads to arrest
The incident occurred on Thursday, July 9, 2026, when CBSA officers referred the woman for a secondary examination. During the examination, officers suspected she was under the influence of alcohol and contacted the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service.
Police arrived and conducted a roadside screening, which resulted in the woman being arrested and charged with operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).
Details of the charge
The woman, whose name has not been released, was taken to the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service station for processing. She was later released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court on August 12, 2026.
Police confirmed that the vehicle was seized and impounded for seven days as per Ontario's administrative vehicle impoundment program for impaired driving offences.
Border security reminder
The CBSA reminds all travellers that officers are trained to detect signs of impairment and that impaired driving is a serious offence with severe penalties, including criminal charges, fines, and license suspensions.
Police urge anyone with information about impaired driving to contact their local police service or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
